April weather forecastMounongo, Gabon

Weather in April

April, like March, is another hot autumn month in Mounongo, Gabon, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.9°C (71.4°F) and max 32.5°C (90.5°F).

Temperature

Shifting into April, Mounongo records an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.5°C (90.5°F), presenting minor fluctuations compared to the previous month. During the month of April, an average temperature of 21.9°C (71.4°F) is noted during the nights.

Heat index

April's average heat index is calculated to be a burning hot 48°C (118.4°F). Alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely to occur. Prolonged exertion can lead to heatstroke.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In April, in Mounongo, Gabon, the rain falls for 25.4 days. Throughout April, 133mm (5.24") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mounongo, Gabon, there are 311.1 rainfall days, and 1474mm (58.03") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:11 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 8.1h.

UV index

January through May, July, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in April leads to these guidelines:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.